{"product_id":"thomas-the-dorset-hare-bronze-sculpture-by-thomas-meadows","title":"Thomas the Dorset Hare Bronze Sculpture by Thomas Meadows","description":"\u003ch3 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eThomas the Dorset Hare Bronze Sculpture\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStanding upright with his ears raised and an inquisitive expression, Thomas looks as though he has just heard something moving across the Dorset countryside. His wonderfully characterful pose and beautifully textured finish make him an eye-catching sculpture for a mantelpiece, console table, bookcase or sideboard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThomas was created by British painter and sculptor \u003cstrong\u003eThomas Meadows\u003c\/strong\u003e, who works from his studio in Dorset. The sculpture was inspired by the hares Meadows observes close to his home and forms part of his distinctive collection for Frith Sculpture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCrafted from cold-cast bronze and carefully finished by hand, Thomas has the rich appearance and substantial feel of traditional bronze while allowing the sculptor’s expressive surface detail to be captured beautifully. Subtle variations in the hand-applied finish help make every sculpture individual.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt approximately 34 cm tall, Thomas is large enough to make an impressive decorative statement without overwhelming a room. He would make a memorable gift for a hare lover, wildlife enthusiast, sculpture collector or anyone who enjoys distinctive British-made home accessories.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy you’ll love him\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCharacterful upright hare sculpture\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSculpted by British artist Thomas Meadows\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInspired by hares observed near the artist’s Dorset home\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBeautifully detailed cold-cast bronze finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCarefully finished by hand\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMade in the UK by Frith Sculpture\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA substantial statement piece for the home\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIndividually boxed with a Frith information card\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA thoughtful gift for wildlife and countryside lovers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct information\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProduct name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Thomas the Dorset Hare\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSculptor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Thomas Meadows\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCollection:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Dorset Hares\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSubject:\u003c\/strong\u003e Upright hare\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cold-cast bronze\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hand-finished bronze effect\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eApproximate height:\u003c\/strong\u003e 34 cm \/ 13 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eApproximate width:\u003c\/strong\u003e 14 cm \/ 7.5 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEdition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Open edition\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMade in:\u003c\/strong\u003e United Kingdom\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePackaging:\u003c\/strong\u003e Individually boxed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIncluded:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sculpture information card\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended use:\u003c\/strong\u003e Indoor decorative display\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat is cold-cast bronze?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCold-cast bronze combines genuine bronze powder with resin to reproduce the appearance, weight and fine surface detail of traditional bronze sculpture. Each piece is carefully finished by hand, creating subtle variations that make every Thomas sculpture slightly individual.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCare instructions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo keep your sculpture looking its best:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDust gently with a clean, soft, dry cloth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvoid abrasive cloths, polish and chemical cleaning products.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep away from prolonged moisture and direct sources of heat.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDisplay indoors on a stable, level surface.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLift the sculpture from its body rather than its ears or legs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Unusual Designer Gifts","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57490907365749,"sku":"TM008","price":123.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0003\/0978\/8727\/files\/thomas-the-dorset-bronze-hare-sculpture-by-thomas-meadows.jpg?v=1786460831","url":"https:\/\/unusualdesignergifts.co.uk\/products\/thomas-the-dorset-hare-bronze-sculpture-by-thomas-meadows","provider":"Unusual Designer Gifts","version":"1.0","type":"link"}